Hot Spots

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Vetericyn VF HydroGel Wound & Infection Care, 4 oz

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Retail: $39.99

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Vetericyn VF Wound & Infection Care, 4 oz

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Retail: $36.99

Price: $25.77

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Skin Infection Pet Meds

Hot spots (pyoderma) are rapidly appearing, localized skin infections. The sores generally develop in response to irritation and inflammation, such as when dogs chew or compulsively lick to relieve itchy skin. Bacteria then multiply in the moist, open wound, leading to pustules, papules, redness, and other symptoms. Fleas and allergies are the most common triggers, but any source of skin irritation can potentially cause hot spots.

Prompt treatment of hot spots is essential to prevent severe infection, hair loss, scarring, and other complications. Severe symptoms require veterinary care, but many cases are treatable with over-the-counter products purchased online from VetDepot. Clip the hair around your pet's hot spots, and then apply a drying astringent or medicated powder to the area. In addition to wound treatments and dressings, VetDepot carries antibiotics and topical steroids for clearing up persistent hot spots. Plus, qualified orders ship free to your home!